How do I use the “summer at grandpa's countryside” blend in a diffuser?

Add Cajeput 3 · Citronella 2 · Holy Basil 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.

What can I use instead of cajeput?

Swap cajeput for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.

When does the “summer at grandpa's countryside” blend work best?

Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

Summer at grandpa's countryside · Cajeput blend

Cajeput, citronella and holy basil; a country garden in the evening.

Summer at grandpa's in the countryside: cool cajeput, deep grassy citronella and warm, spicy holy basil, just like a village garden after sunset. It recalls a brick yard still warm, kids playing hide-and-seek around the haystack and grandpa brewing a pot on the porch. Lovely on a porch, in the garden or a ground-floor living room with the doors open. Run the diffuser from sunset for about 30 minutes; holy basil is quite strong, so keep it to one drop.

Formula

Drop ratio · 3:2:1
Cajeput	3 drops · top note
Citronella	2 drops · top note
Holy Basil	1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Cajeput (cool yet warm, and very familiar); citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Holy basil (warm and spicy with a clove-like edge) forms the body of the scent and stays longest in the room.

What remains. With no woody or resin base note, this blend fades fairly quickly — switch it on again after 1–2 hours to keep the room scented.

Method

Diffuser

Cajeput 3 · Citronella 2 · Holy Basil 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Cajeput 2 · Citronella 2 · Holy Basil 1 drops, then top up with a carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond). Dab on wrists and the back of the neck.

50 ml room spray

Cajeput 15 · Citronella 10 · Holy Basil 5 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Holy Basil can irritate skin — dilute well and patch-test on a small area first.

Do not use for children under 6, during pregnancy, or if you have a health condition without asking a professional first. Never ingest essential oils; keep them out of reach of children and pets.

FAQ

How do I use the “summer at grandpa's countryside” blend in a diffuser?: Add Cajeput 3 · Citronella 2 · Holy Basil 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.
What can I use instead of cajeput?: Swap cajeput for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.
When does the “summer at grandpa's countryside” blend work best?: Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

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